Which one of the following awards was given to the couple Krishnammal Jagannathan and Sankaralingam Jagannathan recently ?

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Q: 46 (IES/2009)
Which one of the following awards was given to the couple Krishnammal Jagannathan and Sankaralingam Jagannathan recently ?

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Current Affairs

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IES

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Option 1: Ramon Magsaysay Award is an annual award established in 1957, given to individuals or organizations in Asia who have made outstanding contributions to society. While it is a prestigious award, there is no mention of Krishnammal and Sankaralingam Jagannathan receiving this award.

Option 2: The Right Livelihood Award, also known as the "Alternative Nobel Prize," is given to individuals or organizations that have made significant contributions to the environment, human rights, peace, and social justice. This award aligns with the work of Krishnammal and Sankaralingam Jagannathan, who have dedicated their lives to uplifting the marginalized and fighting for land rights. Therefore, Option 2 is the correct answer.

Option 3: The Jnanpith Award is given to exceptional authors, poets, and playwrights for their contributions to Indian literature. While Krishnammal and Sankaralingam Jagannathan have made significant contributions to society, they are not known for their work in literature. Therefore, this option is not relevant.

Option 4: Sahitya Akademi Award is an esteemed literary award given to exemplary writers in various Indian languages. As mentioned earlier, Krishnammal and